Infinix Note 12i vs Motorola Moto G23
The Infinix Note 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Motorola Moto G23 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 12i leads — 35/100 vs 30/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G23 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Motorola Moto G23
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?
- Faster charging: 33W vs 30W
- Better camera (30/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G23 better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 198g
- Better display (44/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Motorola Moto G23, the Infinix Note 12i scores 5 points higher (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 12i leads (30/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G23 and the Infinix Note 12i are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 12i notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (30/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 12i and the Motorola Moto G23 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G23 is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12i | Motorola Moto G23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 54 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 400 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm | 162.7×74.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 184 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Moto G23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Moto G23
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Moto G23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12i and Motorola Moto G23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G23 and the Infinix Note 12i are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 12i notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (30/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 12i and the Motorola Moto G23 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G23 is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Motorola Moto G23?
The Infinix Note 12i edges out the Motorola Moto G23 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Motorola Moto G23?
The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Motorola Moto G23 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i or the Motorola Moto G23?
The Infinix Note 12i leads on camera score (30/100 vs 6/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i over the Motorola Moto G23?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Infinix Note 12i (30/100 vs 6/100).